Chief Sales Officer (CSO) opportunity in Central, PA!
Location: Central PA - In Person
Compensation: $150,000–$200,000 plus incentives
Job Summary
Our client is a respected North American manufacturer of specialized industrial solutions that support workplace safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. The company partners with both end users and large distribution networks and is seeking an executive leader to drive the next phase of growth.
The Chief Sales Officer (CSO) is responsible for leading and executing the company's U.S. and Canadian sales strategy across direct and distributor channels for a leading This executive drives profitable revenue growth, strengthens key customer and distributor partnerships, and aligns sales execution with overall business objectives. As a member of the leadership team, the CSO partners cross-functionally with Marketing, Operations, Finance, Product, and Supply Chain to ensure scalable, sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a multi-channel sales strategy balancing direct end-user sales and industrial distribution partners.
- Lead national direct sales teams and manage key distributor relationships (e.g., large industrial partners).
- Drive revenue growth, pricing strategy, forecasting accuracy, and sales performance metrics.
- Oversee sales operations including CRM discipline, territory design, compensation plans, and pipeline management.
- Recruit, develop, and coach high-performing sales leaders and teams.
- Build strong executive-level relationships with strategic customers and distribution partners.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience, including senior executive responsibility.
- Proven success leading both direct and distributor sales models in industrial, B2B, or manufacturing environments.
- Strong strategic, financial, and analytical acumen with a track record of profitable growth.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Gage is a trusted professional recruiting firm with over 40 years of experience, connecting top talent with career opportunities in multiple sectors. With a people-first approach, Gage empowers and connects employers and candidates across multiple industries, including finance, accounting, administrative, manufacturing, skilled trades, and more. Gage specializes in direct-hire skilled and professional placements, as well as contract jobs, internships and temporary roles with local, national and global employers. Gage is an equal opportunity employer headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
